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The Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II lens is one of the most popular lenses the company has. Most can buy the lens separately or in kits as this is usually the additional camera that comes with bundles. It is also a go-to lens due to its cheap price, telephoto zoom range, compact size, and

The Nikon D5200 was a successful “advanced beginner” DSLR that was a great combination of a powerful imaging sensor and solid build quality. It was also reasonably priced that attracted many entry-level shooters who were looking to upgrade their photography skills with advanced feature-packed DSLR. In 2013, Nikon introduced D5200’s successor, the Nikon D5300, with

Fujifilm recognizes the fact that not everybody wants a full-blown DSLR. For those who want something above a smartphone, lightweight, cool in appearance, and definitely on-trend, the Fujifilm X-A5 aims to fit this niche. The camera is a mirrorless offering which is beginner-friendly, with just enough specs to produce the image quality needed for the

Olympus’s OM-D E-M1 was undoubtedly a remarkable camera introduced back in 2013. With its build quality, image quality and tons of features, it amazed many enthusiasts and professional photographers. After almost 6 years, it’s still very competitive. In 2016, Olympus launched the E-M1’s successor, the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. It features dual quad-core processors

It’s not always the case that Canon camera users want the most expensive lenses possible, especially for the crop sensor users. In this regard, the EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM worked very well for many Canon camera models in the past. The Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM is, therefore, a welcome addition to the lineup,

Fujifilm gave the first indications that they were planning on building a superduper, 100-megapixel medium format camera body at the 2018 Photokina. At the time it seemed almost too futuristic a concept with its list of abilities, but here we are with the model in hand to see exactly what the Fujifilm GFX 100 is

There’s no denying that what we get for our money at the budget end of the drone market is quite impressive these days. For less than a few hundred dollars we can capture HD video footage, still images, and have a wealth of automated flight features. You’re not going to get advanced flight features, many

The Nikon D3400 is one of the most popular DSLRs for first-time shooters. It’s very simple to use and small enough that you can take it anywhere. It offers excellent control over things like exposure and focus and can be used with many of the great Nikon lenses. The D3400 is a very modestly updated

When it comes to the longevity of camera lenses, some fall by the wayside, while others stand the test of time. One such lens is the Canon EF 300mm f/4L IS USM. The lens is part of Canon’s top-end L-series and will serve those looking for a long telephoto lens for the likes of sports

The advantage of owning a drone that doesn’t come with its own camera is that you can attach anything you want underneath to capture footage. The Force 1 Drone F100 also has the benefits of being a few years old now, which means the price has come down and there’s still loads of facilities here

The Nikon D5100 comes with significant upgrades over its predecessor, the Nikon D5000. The feature set that it offers along with its pricing shows that it can easily sit between the beginner-friendly D3100 and the high-end D7000. The D5100 is presented as an upper-entry-level DSLR and is clearly aimed at enthusiast photographers. It features the

The Canon EF 16-35mm f/4 L IS USM is a wide-angle lens with some special qualities. This is the first wide-angle zoom to own image stabilization, enhanced optical quality, and of course, the L-series build quality. For those who shoot predominantly at the wide end of the spectrum, a high-quality wide-angle zoom provides flexibility with

The budget end of the drone market is heating up. A great thing for us customers as more features are being packed into each unit, with easy to use controls. One such unit is the DROCON Ninja Foldable Drone. Loads of features aimed at the beginner, obviously foldable, and at a reasonable price. The drone

In a world where zoom lenses are far more practical and the best they have ever been, it’s easy to overlook prime lenses. However, when it comes to optical quality and depending on the model, a prime lens can provide that extra optical zest you can’t quite get with a zoom lens. If you’re looking

The DJI Phantom 4 Pro is one of the many incredible drones made by the company. DJI itself has made a strong presence in manufacturing impressive drones. Due to their high-end features and functionality, Phantoms are the most popular drones worldwide. DJI definitely stays on top of their game releasing new models at a consistent

The Fujifilm 50-140mm f/2.8 is a high-quality zoom lens, built specifically for APS-C cameras, which features tasty additions such as weather resistance and image stabilization(OIR). Fuji has been making top-quality glass for many years, not just for still cameras, and the high quality always shines through. This particular model has the Fuji X-mount, which means

Godox is one of those companies that is currently producing budget versions of high-end camera accessories with great success. They work well and are a fantastic alternative for those needing cheaper alternatives with high-end features. Clearly, they can’t produce the same level of build quality as the more expensive versions, but they do provide the

The Nikon Coolpix B500 is a bridge camera aimed at the beginner audience or enthusiasts who are looking for a simple travel camera. It features a 16 megapixel CMOS sensor paired with 40x optical zoom. It also allows you to activate a digital zoom up to 80x. With Nikon’s SnapBridge technology you can constantly link

The Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens was introduced in August 2007 along with the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED. Here “ED” stands for extra-low dispersion which means that the lens should capture the images with an unbelievable amount of sharpness and reduced chromatic aberration. It is capable of delivering stunning colors and great contrast across its zoom

Yuneec has been trying hard to compete with DJI like every other drone company for the past many years, and its lack of popularity doesn’t mean its products have some quality issues. The company has been making RC drones for almost 15 years and gained extensive experience in this area. Currently, they offer some of

There’s a reason why certain products become extremely popular or almost the standard when it comes to photography gear. One such example is the Profoto B1 portable studio monolight. It’s not the newest model on the market, but since its release in 2013, the B1 has been a consistent performer in both the studio and

Some camera lenses stick around for a long time for a simple reason — they were made great in the beginning. This is usually down to nailing the optical qualities, build, and the message getting out that they are extraordinary lenses. One such lens in this camp is the Nikon 28mm f/1.4D. This is not

Instant film cameras, like the Leica Sofort may seem like a weird concept in 2019, but they do have their uses. But, they have a cost per exposure, the quality isn’t the best, and they have a limited range of applications. If you remember these things the first time around, the biggest buzz you got

Drones aimed at the beginner seem to be all the rage at the moment. No wonder when prices have dropped so much over the last few years, with more and more functionality being offered for the money. One such drone in this department is the Altair 818 Hornet Drone, an updated version to the popular

The Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM marks an update to the Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 STM lens, which also coincided with the release of a newer version of the Canon EF 28mm f/2.8 lens. Both lenses were treated to better image quality, image stabilization, USM, and a better minimum focus distance amongst other things.

The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II has definitely been a long time coming. Other manufacturers have been producing their own long zooms with top-notch features, so Canon had to get it right for this widely used lens. On the surface, everything points to top-quality features, upgraded image stabilization, Canon’s L-series quality, and a focal

Drones come in all shapes and sizes with price points to fit all pockets. Lucky for us all, manufacturers are scrapping it out at both ends of the price spectrum to win our favor. There are plenty of units out there for the beginner drone pilot, but also a nice array of offerings if you’re

The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K was a hotly anticipated product on its first release. One of the main reasons for this was the promise of high-end footage, excellent lowlight performance, and great dynamic range. This is an updated version and promises to bring better quality with added features. Now that we have had some

Canon’s latest in its line of Rebel models comes in the form of the T5. The Canon EOS Rebel T5 carries on the heritage of this entry-level DSLR series with a jump in the megapixel count and better video facilities. This type of DSLR is clearly aimed at the beginner user, with just enough features

Benro, if you have heard of them or not, has a nice range of tripods for all occasions. They range from travel tripods to large studio gear made of various materials. This new offering from the company is the Benro Slim Travel Kit, which has a few things in its favor. The tripod is reasonably

Buying into a quality camera backpack is a needed essential for us photographers. The reasons are many-fold: a storage area for all our precious equipment, protection, easily accessible, weatherproof, comfy, and we can arrange everything inside to our exact needs. There are other considerations, which means a quality camera bag will always be the order

The first steps into buying a DSLR can be quite daunting. It’s not just about buying a camera body. You’re then thrust into the world of interchangeable lenses and how that side of things work. Luckily, camera manufacturers produce entry-level DSLRs to fit most budgets. One example is the Canon EOS 4000D, also referred to

As technology moves forward in the drone world, high-end features start to trickle down to the budget-friendly models. This means smarter and easier to control units are popping up all the time. It’s really quite remarkable. Today, you can buy a budget level drone which features loads of automatic flight modes, decent quality camera, and

High-quality ultrawide, zoom lenses don’t usually come cheap. In this regard, Canon has produced the high-end Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens for those wanting the best quality at the wide end of the spectrum. As usual, these type of high-end lenses from Canon cost a pretty penny but are also the best in quality.

Sometimes in life, you don’t need the most expensive, optically superior lens in the world. A lens that produces good results is usually lightweight and doesn’t break the bank. This is the case with the Neewer 35mm f/1.7 or rebranded Meike lens. The Neewer naming is used for Sony E-mounts and Olympus and Panasonic M4/3

Firstly, to avoid confusion ExpoImaging are the guys behind all the photographic and drone accessories you see under the ExpoDisc, Rogue FlashBenders and FlatHat Labs brands. Today we will be looking into the ExpoImaging Rogue 3-in-1 Flash Grid Kit. This is essentially a 3-in-1 honeycomb grid setup which aids you in carefully sculpted and modifying

The drone world has plenty of choice for us customers. Very affordable to very expensive, pro-consumer, professional cinema, beginners, racing, commercial and even underwater ROVs, there is something for everybody. In the photography world we would usually be looking at camera-equipped drones, either built-in or with the capacity to carry a camera payload. In this

Long lenses are fun to use. There’s something appealing about being at a distance and still able to capture high-quality images. The Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L USM is one such lens which has fantastic optics and is built for the wear and tear of outdoor life. It may have some caveats like no image stabilization

A lens that offers such a wide focal range can bring both excitement and trepidation at the same time. Excited to think that one lens can cover so much zoom, while on the other will also mean big compromises in optical quality. Covering the ground from wide-angle to super-telephoto is no mean feat as the

As flat as a pancake. It’s the thought that comes to mind when you first see the Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM. An inexpensive lens that due to modern lens technology doesn’t cut down on quality, which wasn’t the case in past ultraslim prime lenses. This design is aimed at the APS-C brigade, which should

As a Canon user, owning a high-quality same brand, wide-angle zoom lens is a must. Luckily, Canon produces a variety of wide-angle zooms in their L-series which go from 16mm, 17mm, and 20mm upwards and are all great performance. The Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM adds to the lineup with the latest optics and

The Sony a6400 camera comes with a broad feature set. It has been introduced to address the needs of many photographers and especially those enthusiasts interested in getting a more sophisticated mirrorless camera with an affordable price tag. Sony has equipped the a6400 with some of its state-of-the-art technology, most notably the incredibly advanced autofocusing

You have to hand it to Sony. They’re not just producing great camera bodies, but also a nice lineup of lenses to fit all focal lengths. One of the latest is this short telephoto prime lens, the Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS. If you’re a current Sony camera body owner, then a 100mm

It never ceases to amaze me how drones are becoming easier to fly, more fully featured, and less expensive as the years go by. No longer solely coveted by RC enthusiasts, they now range from hobbist units to business and military applications. Mainstream is the word here and that means there is now a drone

The Pentax SMC FA 31mm f/1.8 AL is an old school looking lens, verging on wide focal length in Pentax‘s Limited series. Favored as a good performer, the FA-31 is getting quite old now, but can it still produce the goods? Design Back in 2001 when film cameras were still big, this type of lens

The Nikon AF-S Nikkor 28mm f/1.4E ED was first released in May 2017 and replaced the older 28mm f/1.4D lens. The older model was well-known for its capabilities. Impressive sharpness and contrast worked equally well on crop sensors or full-frame cameras. Luckily, the new version has been completely re-engineered with the latest electronic gadgetry and

On-camera flash modifiers aren’t the most ideal way of lighting a subject, but sometimes you just simply don’t have the time or space to set up a light stand for off-camera flash. The Lastolite EzyBox Speed-Lite 2 is ideal for situations like wedding shoots where time is of the essence, so having a few ways

Profoto is well respected for its professional range of studio lights and the Profoto D2 is no exception. The Profoto B1 is a well-known unit which brought TTL, hi-power output, and High-Speed Sync as a battery-powered monolight which works great in any studio. Now the Profoto D2 is aimed at being the fastest monolight around

Owning an 85mm prime lens allows for a wide range of applications. If you check out lenses owned by Canon users online, they most probably will have a few zooms, but when it comes to prime lenses the Canon EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM is most likely included. This is because it works at an

The Rogue FlashBender 2 range of light modifiers attaches to a flashgun to provide variations of light diffusion. The idea is to provide softer light than using direct flash and a different spread of light depending on which version you choose. Ideal scenarios would be for wedding and portrait photographers who need a quick setup

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